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The .dds TLD is a restricted generic top-level domain intended exclusively for qualified U.S. doctors of dental surgery. It was created under ICANN's New gTLD Program to provide a verified online identity for dental professionals with the Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.
Restricted to qualified U.S. doctors of dental surgery (DDS) only; registration requires verification of professional credentials.
The .dds extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Registry Services, LLC. .dds was introduced in 2016. There are currently 5 domains registered under this extension. DNSSEC adoption stands at 20.0%.
Registration pricing for .dds is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
The .dds domain was delegated on May 11, 2016, under ICANN's new gTLD program. It was initially applied for by Top Level Domain Holdings Ltd. and later transferred to Registry Services, LLC on September 14, 2021. As of now, the TLD has not yet launched commercially, and no public registration is open.
The .dds TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .dds TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
5
20.0%
If .dds doesn't meet your needs, consider these alternatives:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .dds |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 5 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 20.0% |
| Registration Price | Contact registrar |
| Renewal Price | Contact registrar |
| Registry Operator | Registry Services, LLC |
| Introduced | 2016-05-11 |
| Restrictions | Restricted to qualified U.S. doctors of dental surgery (DDS) only; registration requires verification of professional credentials. |
Registration density analysis for .dds domains by character length. Currently 1 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
1
Peak Saturation
0.01%
3-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
100.0%
Top Provider
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| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 chars | 1 | 0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
Compare across all TLDs →Applicants must be licensed U.S. dental professionals with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. Proof of licensure and identity must be submitted and verified by the registry before registration.
The .dds TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
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